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Manchester Airport to Bolton Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Manchester Airport to Bolton? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 45 805 IDR, with average prices for this route around 45 805 IDR.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
12:48 33 minuuttia, Direct Manchester Airport	13:21 Bolton	Find Tickets
13:17 36 minuuttia, Direct Manchester Airport	13:53 Bolton	Find Tickets
13:29 39 minuuttia, Direct Manchester Airport	14:08 Bolton	Find Tickets
13:48 34 minuuttia, Direct Manchester Airport	14:22 Bolton	Find Tickets
14:17 35 minuuttia, Direct Manchester Airport	14:52 Bolton	Find Tickets
14:29 39 minuuttia, Direct Manchester Airport	15:08 Paris	Find Tickets

Manchester Airport to Bolton Train Route Details

First train

04:48

Last train

23:46

Departure station

Manchester Airport

Arrival station

Bolton

Journey time

32 minuuttia

Distance

26 km

Price

45 805 IDR*

Train operators

Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport to Bolton

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Manchester Airport to Bolton during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester Airport to Bolton for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Manchester Airport to Bolton, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester Airport to Bolton ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Manchester Airport to Bolton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester Airport to Bolton train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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